FDA Registration for Wheat & Wheat Products
Wheat flour and wheat product manufacturers must register food facilities with FDA. Wheat is a major FDA allergen. FDA food facility registration is required for all domestic and foreign wheat & wheat products manufacturers selling in the United States.
FDA Requirements for Wheat & Wheat Products
Wheat product manufacturers must comply with FDA allergen labeling, enrichment standards, and whole grain claim requirements.
- FDA Food Facility Registration — biennial renewal required
- US FDA Agent — mandatory for all foreign food facilities
- DUNS / UFI Number — required for all FDA food registrations
- FSMA compliance — Preventive Controls or Produce Safety rule
- Biennial renewal October 1–December 31 of even-numbered years
Examples of Wheat and Wheat Products require FDA food registration.
- Wheat flour:Â This is the most common wheat product and is used to make a wide variety of baked goods such as bread, cakes, and pastries.
- Whole wheat flour:Â Made from the entire wheat grain, this flour is a healthier alternative to white flour as it contains more fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
- Wheat bran:Â This is the outer layer of the wheat kernel and is often used as a dietary supplement due to its high fiber content.
- Wheat germ:Â This is the embryo of the wheat kernel and is also used as a dietary supplement due to its high content of vitamins and minerals.
- Bulgur:Â This is a type of cracked wheat that is often used in Middle Eastern dishes such as tabbouleh.
- Semolina:Â This is a coarse wheat flour that is often used to make pasta and couscous.
- Wheat berries:Â These are whole, unprocessed wheat kernels that are often used in salads and other dishes.
- Farina:Â This is a type of milled wheat used to make hot breakfast cereal.
- Durum wheat:Â This is a type of wheat that is commonly used to make pasta due to its high protein content and ability to hold its shape when cooked.
- Spelt:Â This is an ancient type of wheat that is often used as a healthier alternative to modern wheat due to its lower gluten content.
These are not a complete list of wheat and wheat products that require FDA facility registration.
Certificate of FDA Registration – Wheat and Wheat Products
LMG assists foreign and domestic food facilities to register with FDAÂ , we also provide US FDA Agent service to foreign food facilities. Please complete our online form to register your food facility with FDA.
Proof of FDA Registration
LMG issue free FDA registration certificate after successfully completing your food facility registration with FDA. You can use this as a proof of FDA registration to the industry, also you can verify certificate validity on our website.
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